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This week In Soul Artists 07/52

Al Jarreau’s "Trouble in Paradise" from his 1983 album balances smooth production and heartfelt lyrics, though it leans into safe territory compared to dynamic tracks like "Mornin’." The Crusaders’ "Street...

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‘Music For The Dancers’ N°118 – Vintage 90s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Norman Cook’s "Dub Be Good to Me" stands out with its mix of SOS Band’s original framework, Johnny Dynell’s bassline, and The...

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‘Music For The Dancers’ N°523 – Vintage 90s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Tracks like “Think About” by D.J. H. and Stefy tap into ’90s sampling with Aretha Franklin cuts creating a nostalgic-mechanical vibe, while...

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Hip-Hop & Soul New Music Videos – N°496

Nemzzz drops "Cold," blending hip-hop and R&B, while Millyz’s "Send Me Up" leans into introspection. Stalk Ashley and Valiant bring dancehall energy in "Big Vibes." BabyTron honors Mark Cuban with...

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Hip-Hop & Soul N°245 – Vintage 90s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Michael Jackson’s "Remember the Time" blends nostalgic R&B with the crisp beats of new jack swing, peaking at #3 on the US...

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‘L’Amour Toujours’ N°657 – 2010s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Taylor Swift’s "Style" captures the push-pull dynamics of a turbulent romance with sleek production and nods to nostalgia, standing tall on *1989*....

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Singing With Peter Gabriel

Peter Gabriel’s "Washing of the Water" gets an understated touch from Coldplay’s Chris Martin, merging emotional restraint with spiritual depth. Kate Bush and Gabriel’s duet "Another Day" channels post-breakup longing,...

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‘L’Amour Toujours’ N°692 – 2010s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Paramore’s "The Only Exception" showcases a softer, stripped-down ballad in 6/8 time, veering from their usual energy. Hayley Williams’ heartfelt delivery anchors...

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‘Music For The Dancers’ N°333 – Vintage 2000s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Garbage's "Cherry Lips (Go Baby Go)" mixes quirky glam-pop with retro-futuristic vibes, featuring Steve Marker's tuba through a wah-wah pedal and Daniel...

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This week In ‘2000s Throwback’ 06/52

50 Cent’s "In Da Club" fuses Dr. Dre’s signature production with raw energy, dominating the Billboard Hot 100 for nine weeks and earning 9x platinum certification. Its hypnotic groove, simple...

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Singing With Sheryl Crow OLDIES

Sheryl Crow’s "Everyday Is a Winding Road" captures mid-90s resilience with its road-trip-ready groove and Neil Finn’s subtle backing vocals, making it a standout from her triple-platinum 1996 album. Prince’s...

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‘Music For The Dancers’ N°331 – Vintage 90s Music Videos

Bass Bumpers’ "The Music's Got Me" captures early '90s Eurodance energy with thumping beats and addictive vocal loops, while MC Sar & The Real McCoy’s "Run Away" pairs melancholy lyrics...

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New Music Videos (African) – N°479

"Owuo Safoa" sees Jay Bahd blending Asakaa drill with darker themes, produced by Jay Bunae, marking his latest in Ghana’s drill movement."Dancehall Time" pairs Zimbabwe’s Master H with Capleton, merging...

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Hip-Hop & Soul N°455 – 2010s Music Videos

Stormzy’s "Cold," from *Gang Signs & Prayer*, delivers sharp grime energy in just 2:36, with Swifta Beater’s taut production elevating its impactful brevity. Certified Gold and peaking at #21 on...

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‘Vous Avez Dit Bizarre’ N°102 – Vintage 2000s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Franz Ferdinand’s swagger-filled "Ulysses" pairs angular guitars with nocturnal chaos, while Arctic Monkeys’ "When the Sun Goes Down" delivers gritty realism through...

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This week In One-Off Collaborations 06/52

Angélique Kidjo and Buddy Guy's rendition of Hendrix's "Voodoo Child" blends Beninese vocal finesse with emotive guitar riffs, striking a balance between homage and cultural reinterpretation. Buddy's sharp solos and...

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New Music Videos (Latin) – N°478

Rochy RD’s "El Sistema Cambió" reflects on urban music’s evolution, while Pierre La Voz flips love’s usual narrative in "Inmune a Cupido." DannyLux blends regional Mexican and pop on "Ya...

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Bi-Weekly Music Chart Highlights: Top 20 Tracks Across 16 Music Genres Feb 9, 2025 edition

Every two weeks, we update our "Most Famous 2020s [music genre] from the Last 30 Days" series, capturing key trends across 16 genres.This edition introduces new chart-toppers, surprise re-entries, and...

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This week In ’70s Throwback’ 06/52

Carole King’s "You’ve Got a Friend" from *Tapestry* is a heartfelt expression of unwavering support, with an unadorned intimacy that earned her a Grammy, while James Taylor’s smoother take topped...

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‘Look Ma, No Mike!’ N°11 – Vintage 90s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Lisa Stansfield's "Live Together" fuses late-’80s polish with house grooves, while Midnight Oil’s "Blue Sky Mine" pairs an upbeat melody with sharp...

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